1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 1980 Volkswagen Iltis
To start off, both 1980 Austin Mini Metro and 1980 Volkswagen Iltis were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volkswagen Iltis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volkswagen Iltis (74 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (62 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volkswagen Iltis should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volkswagen Iltis weights approximately 548 kg more than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Volkswagen Iltis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Volkswagen Iltis will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Volkswagen Iltis (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (97 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1980 Volkswagen Iltis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Mini Metro.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Austin Mini Metro | 1980 Volkswagen Iltis | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | Mini Metro | Iltis |
Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1257 cc | 1714 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 97 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 754 kg | 1302 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2110 mm |